High Passes of Dolpo and Shey Phoksundo Lake

A challenging, remote trek with high passes and incredible mountain scenery Waterfall at Dolpo

High Passes of Dolpo located sandwiched between the Tibetan Plateau and Dhaulagiri Himal in the mid-west of Nepal is a remote land, Dolpo, one of the highest inhabited plateau on earth. Geographically a southern extension of Tibet, Dolpo lies within Nepal's boundaries and since 1984 has been the country's largest National Park. The largest district of Nepal but with the smallest population, Dolpo is home to a fascinating race of Tibetan-speaking people. The park sustains an abundance of wildlife, including Musk Deer, Himalayan Blue Sheep and the legendary Snow Leopard. Made famous by Peter Mathiessen's book, 'The Snow Leopard' and more recently by the Oscar nominated film 'Himalaya', Dolpo was virtually inaccessible to western exploration until 1989, and even now it is difficult to trek outside the southern fringe of the district. This trek however, ventures into Upper Dolpo, a land of superb mountain views, visiting the spectacular Phoksumdo Lake and crossing the high passes of Numa La and Baga-La to Dho Tarap. The trek begins at airstrip of Juphal after a short flight from the terrain town of Nepalgunj which is well connected by both road and air from Kathmandu.

Trekking itinerary:  (Juphal - Juphal)

• Hotels/ Camping
• 16 Days Trek
• Grade: Moderate Plus
• Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu & Nepalgunj.
• Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night in Nepalgunj & 15 Nights Camping
• Season: Spring & Autumn
• Minimum group size: 2 Person
• Maximum group size: No limit.

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport, meet our staff then, transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu – Nepalgunj by Bus then transfer to Hotel.
Day 04: Nepalgunj – Juphal (2345m.) by flight & trek to Dunai.
Day 05: Dunai – Shahartara (2520m.)
Day 06: Shahartara – Khanigaon (2650m.)
Day 07: Khanigaon – Lahini (3160m.)
Day 08: Lahini – Nawarpani (3475m.), Sim Odar
Day 09: Nawarpani – Dho Tarap (4040m.)
Day 10: Rest and explore Dho Tarap village.
Day 11: Do Tarap Village – Tokyu – Numa-La Base Camp (4180)
Day 12: Numa-La –Numala Pass (5318m.) – Baga-La Base Camp (4465m.)
Day 13: Baga-La BC – Baga-La (5190m.) – other side of Bagala Base Camp.
Day 14: Baga-La BC – Shey Phoksundo (3730m.) (Ringmo)
Day 15: Day hikes around Shey Phoksundo Lake (3600m.) and exploration
Day 16: Trek to Chhepka (2838m.)
Day 17: Trek to Sulighat (2282m.)
Day 18: Trek to Juphal (2345m.)
Day 19: Juphal – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu by flight then transfer to Hotel.
Day 20: Free day in Kathmandu.
Day 21: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Cost: US $ 2450 Per Person.

Camping Trek Cost Includes:

• All land transportation by private vehicle & tourist Bus and flight, (Airport /Hotel/Airport & trekking pick up & drop).
• 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu at Bed & Breakfast basis.
• 1 Night hotel accommodation in Pokhara & 1 night Nepalgunj at Bed & Breakfast basis.
• All 3 major meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (provide continental food) and accommodation in tented camp during the trek en-route. (twin sharing North Face tent or, normal trekking tent, dining tent, toilet tent, Kitchen tent, staff tent, Table, chairs and Kitchen utensil etc.).
• One professional English speaking trekking guide, 1 Cook, Kitchen boys, necessary Sherpa and Porters.
• Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
• Per member 25 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
• Special Trekking Permit and National Park permits Fees.
• Air Ticket: Nepalgunj/ Juphal/ Nepalgunj/Kathmandu airport tax & cargo.
• Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
• All official taxes and service charge.

The Cost Doesn’t Include:

• Personal transportation except above programs.
• Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu, Pokhara & Nepalgunj.
• Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
• Personal Nature expenses.
• Emergency evacuation (If incase).
• Drinks except tea and coffee.
• Airfare: To & from your country.
• Nepal entry visa fees & airport departure taxes.
• Personal travel insurance.
• Tips for trekking crews.

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